B&W Patriot 18K vs Reese 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch 30119

Last updated: November 11, 2026

The Reese 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch 30119 is the better fifth wheel hitch overall, rated 4.2 to 3.9. The Reese 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch 30119 leads on capacity and price. The B&W Patriot 18K wins on features. The Reese 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch 30119 costs $157.41 less ($741.59 vs $899).

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B&W Patriot 18K vs Reese 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch 30119

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 20,000 lb fifth wheel hitch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightReese 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch 30119B&W Patriot 18K
Overall rating4.2/53.9/5
Price 25%72 $741.5958 $899
Capacity 20%100 20,000 lb gross trailer weight60 18,000 lb gross trailer weight
Weight 15%50 hitch weight not published (neutral score used)50 hitch weight not published (neutral score used)
Features 20%60 full articulation, adjustable height75 full articulation, adjustable height, lockable
Warranty 20%100 10-year warranty100 limited lifetime warranty

Specifications

Reese 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch 30119B&W Patriot 18K
Capacity
Gross trailer weight20,000 lb18,000 lb
Pin weight5,000 lb4,500 lb
Head
MountRails (or puck kit)Rails (or puck kit)
JawDual jawDual jaw
ArticulationFore, aft and side to sideFore, aft and side to side
Adjustable heightYesYes
Height13.5 to 17 in16 to 19 in
Short bed readyNoNo
Lockable-Yes
Build
Warranty10 yearsLimited lifetime

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